Philip Clyde Thomas

Philip Clyde Thomas obituary, Little Rock, AR

Philip Clyde Thomas

Philip Thomas Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hanner Funeral Service on Mar. 10, 2026.
Philip Clyde Thomas, 74, passed from this life, March 4, 2026, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was the son of Reverend Clyde E. Thomas and Merle McLeod Thomas Sparling who predeceased him.

He is survived by his sister, Margaret Elizabeth Thomas, numerous dear cousins and aunts and uncles.

Philip was an educator, photographer, chef, landscaper and lover of the mountains and deserts. His respect and awe of nature and all creation was limitless. His kindness, love and dedication to his family was immeasurable.

Memorial services for Philip will be held at a later date.

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